Speech and Feeding Therapy

Speech and Feeding Therapy Speech and Feeding Therapy provides outpatient speech, feeding, physical and occupational therapy.
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Happy Easter from our team 🤍🐣We are so grateful for each and every family that trusts us to be part of your child’s jour...
04/05/2026

Happy Easter from our team 🤍🐣

We are so grateful for each and every family that trusts us to be part of your child’s journey. Watching your babies grow, learn, and thrive is truly the greatest gift.

Behind every session, every milestone, and every small win… is a family showing up with love and dedication—and we don’t take that lightly.

Thank you for allowing us to walk alongside you 🤍

Wishing you a joyful, peaceful, and blessed Easter filled with love, family, and sweet moments 🐰🌷

If you’ve been thinking about getting support for your little one, we’re here for you—reach out anytime 🤍

Happy Easter again from all of us at Speech and Feeding Therapy 🐣✨

04/03/2026

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First time taking a bottle… and she’s exclusively breastfed 🤍

Transitions like this can feel overwhelming for moms — but with the right support, they don’t have to be.

In this session, I’m guiding mom through simple techniques to help baby learn this new skill.

👶 Side-lying positioning to control flow and support coordination
👶 Gentle cheek support to improve tongue cupping
👶 Helping baby maintain a better seal for more efficient feeding

This isn’t about forcing the bottle — it’s about teaching the mouth and body how to work together in a new way.

💛 With the right strategies, babies can transition more smoothly, and moms can feel confident instead of stressed.

Inside The Feeding Connections Collection, I teach parents exactly how to do this step-by-step with easy-to-follow videos and handouts — so you can support your baby right from home.

✨ Here 👇 comment “MORE” to get The Feeding Connections Collection and take the stress out of your baby’s feeding journey ✨

04/02/2026

Celebrating our amazing pediatric OTs—Mrs. Amie, Mrs. Morgan, and Mrs. Emily! 💛

Your dedication, compassion, and impact on our little ones do not go unnoticed. We’re so grateful to have you as part of our speech and feeding therapy team!

04/01/2026

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Parents are always shocked when I point these out…

A recessed chin.
A heart-shaped tongue tip.
Milk sitting on the tongue instead of being cleared.

These are not just “little things” — they are red flags I look for during a feeding evaluation.

👶 A recessed chin can impact latch and jaw stability
👶 A heart-shaped tongue may indicate restriction
👶 Milk remaining on the tongue can signal poor tongue movement and coordination

Most parents aren’t told what to look for — so they assume feeding struggles are normal or something their baby will grow out of.

💛 But these small details can explain why feeding feels hard… and more importantly, how to help.

Inside our Oral Restrictions Guide, I break this down step-by-step and show you exactly what to look for and how to support your baby at home.

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03/31/2026

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Wait… the lip tie could be what’s causing all of our trouble? 🤍

Many parents don’t realize how much oral restrictions like lip and tongue ties can impact feeding.

If your baby is clicking, leaking milk, struggling to latch, or working hard during feeds — it may not just be a “phase.”

👶 Ties can limit tongue movement and elevation
👶 Make it harder to maintain a strong seal
👶 Impact suck-swallow-breathe coordination
👶 Lead to inefficient, stressful feeds

And even after a revision, babies often need help learning how to use their tongue and mouth effectively.

💛 That’s where guidance matters.

Inside our Oral Restrictions Guide, I walk you through simple stretches, pre and post revision care, and exactly how to support your baby’s oral motor skills at home — so you feel confident every step of the way.

✨ Here 👇 comment “TIE” to get our Oral Restrictions Guide and start supporting your baby’s feeding journey ✨

03/30/2026

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Here’s one thing I wish I could tell all new parents…

Feeding shouldn’t feel this hard — and if it does, there is a reason.

This baby used to click, leak milk, and work so hard just to get through a bottle. Mom was stressed, unsure, and not able to enjoy feeding.

Now look at her 🤍

👶 No more clicking
👶 No more leaking milk
👶 Sitting upright and feeding with ease
👶 Calm, organized, efficient feeds

And mom? She feels confident and so much less stressed.

This is what happens when we support the right skills — tongue movement, seal, coordination, posture, and regulation.

💛 You don’t have to wait it out or figure it out alone. I’ve helped so many families in this exact place, and I can help you too.

✨ Here 👇 comment “ME” to get The Feeding Connections Collection and start creating calmer, more confident feeds at home ✨

03/28/2026
03/27/2026

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This is what confidence can do 🤍

This mom came in feeling unsure, overwhelmed, and stressed during feeds. She didn’t know what to change — just that something didn’t feel right.

With the right guidance and support inside The Feeding Connections Collection, everything started to shift.

👶 Feeding became more organized
👶 Baby became calmer and more regulated
👶 Mom felt confident in what she was doing
👶 Feeds turned into connection instead of stress

When parents feel confident, babies feel it too.

That calm, steady support creates a completely different feeding experience — for both baby and parent.

💛 I’ve helped so many moms in this exact position, and I can help you too. You don’t have to keep guessing or feeling unsure.

✨ Here 👇 comment “CALM” to get The Feeding Connections Collection and start creating more peaceful, confident feeds ✨

03/26/2026

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I asked moms… what’s one thing you wish you would’ve known as a first-time mom?

Here’s mine 🤍

Feeding isn’t supposed to feel confusing, stressful, or like constant guesswork.

If your baby is clicking, leaking milk, struggling to latch, or feeds feel chaotic — it’s not because you’re doing something wrong. It’s because your baby may need support building the skills that make feeding easier.

👶 Feeding is a learned skill
👶 The mouth and body need to work together
👶 Small adjustments can completely change a feed

I wish more moms knew they don’t have to “figure it out” alone.

💛 Inside The Feeding Connections Collection, I break everything down into simple, easy-to-follow videos and handouts so you know exactly what to look for and how to help your baby at home — without the overwhelm.

Because feeding should feel calm, supported, and something you can actually enjoy.

✨ Here 👇 comment “MORE” to get The Feeding Connections Collection and start feeling more confident in your baby’s feeding journey ✨

03/25/2026

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Before I even start the massage, I begin with gentle sensory input… 🤍

This step helps reduce the startle reflex and allows baby to feel calm, safe, and ready for touch.

When babies are startled or tense, their mouth and body can become reactive — making oral work less effective.

👶 Gentle input helps regulate the nervous system
👶 Reduces startle and protective responses
👶 Prepares the mouth for more effective oral motor work
👶 Allows baby to stay calm and engaged

Once baby feels organized, the massage becomes more effective and supports better tongue, lip, and jaw movement.

These small steps make a big difference in how babies respond and progress.

💛 Inside the Infant Oral Massage Guide, I show parents exactly how to use these techniques so you can confidently support your baby at home.

✨ Here 👇 comment “ME” to get our Infant Oral Massage Guide and learn how to support your baby’s feeding skills step-by-step ✨

Spots are filling up fast!! We will now have 2 preschool play groups!!! 🎉🎉
03/24/2026

Spots are filling up fast!! We will now have 2 preschool play groups!!! 🎉🎉

03/24/2026

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Two weeks post revision… and look at this 🤍

This baby is now able to hold their tongue up to the roof of their mouth with just gentle cueing — something that wasn’t possible before.

That one change can make a big difference in feeding.

👶 Better tongue elevation supports a stronger latch
👶 Improved seal reduces clicking and leaking
👶 More efficient sucking patterns
👶 Calmer, more organized feeds

When the tongue can rest and function where it’s supposed to, everything starts to feel easier.

For many parents, this is the missing piece — not trying harder, but supporting the right skill.

💛 With simple guidance and consistent practice, babies can learn these patterns and feeding can become something you actually enjoy again.

✨ Here 👇 comment “FEED” to get The Feeding Connections Collection and learn how to support your baby’s feeding skills at home ✨

Address

507 St. Mary Street Suite A
Thibodaux, LA
70301

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+19853871919

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